Cybersecurity & Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

The contract requires the implementation and maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity controls to safeguard covered defense information during all phases of technical data exchange and reporting. The scope centers on ensuring compliance with federal standards for protecting sensitive government data, particularly in environments where technical information is shared or transmitted. This includes establishing, monitoring, and continuously updating security measures that align with NIST guidelines to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise of covered defense information. The contract is issued as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by PUGET SOUND, with performance required at a facility in BREMERTON, WA, 98314-6001. The solicitation was posted on July 9, 2026, and responses must be submitted by July 20, 2026, indicating a narrow window for proposal submission. The NAICS code 541512 classifies this as computer systems design and related services, pointing to the need for specialized technical and cybersecurity expertise. Bidders must demonstrate proven capability in maintaining NIST 800-171 compliance and handling defense-related technical data securely within a subcontracting arrangement.